Cryptic crossword clue
Relieved French nobleman getting about for daughter 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word COMFORTED

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What does COMFORTED mean?

COMFORTED verb
  1. To relieve the distress or suffering of; to provide comfort to.
  2. To make comfortable.
  3. To make strong; to invigorate; to fortify; to corroborate.
  4. To assist or help; to aid.

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